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ONE SPECIAL THING -- On 'SNL,' a bumpy Olivia Rodrigo performance was still a bold declaration as an artist -- In 2023, the singer was keen enough to prove herself as a musician to take some risks on a huge stage.
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Before Walter White was a killer, he was just a desperate man with a plan15 minutes ago
the rundown - Jacob's Pillow is in full swing, and more local arts news - Plus, catch up with "The Friends of Eddie Coyle" with Globe critic Chris Vognar.35 minutes ago
STORY BEHIND THE BOOK -- In his book 'Summer of '71,' veteran Washington journalist John A. Jenkins says we've been here before -- John A. Jenkins was freshly graduated from college and not yet 21 when he arrived in Washington, DC, to begin work as a reporter in May, 1971. It was the beginning of an eventful season in American history.35 minutes ago
Filtering America's 250th anniversary through the best picture nominees of its bicentennial year - Movies like "Rocky, "Taxi Driver," and "All the President's Men" all came out in 1976, and have some noticeable resonance with the current cultural moment in the country.35 minutes ago
Summer Arts Guide - 80 fun concerts, festivals, shows, and more to check out around Boston this summer - From outdoor music festivals to comedy shows, here are the top events to check out in Boston and beyond this summer.1 month ago
All the movies you'll watch this summer1 month ago
10 NEW SHOWS TO WATCH THIS SUMMER1 month ago
Read more from our Summer Arts Guide1 month ago
Early New England had its own robust musical style. Then a Boston composer helped suppress it. Mississippi and Chicago can lay claim to the blues and New Orleans has jazz. Memphis is famous for soul, while Nashville is synonymous with country. What about Massachusetts?8 hours ago
The Ticket -- The best things to do in and around Boston this July Fourth weekend -- On tap this weekend: catch the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular, plus more July Fourth fun.8 hours ago
TV CRITIC'S CORNER -- Nick Offerman! Sarah Paulson! And more of the best actors on TV today -- Which performers do you think deserve to be on the list?3 hours ago
Ken Burns and Jeanne Shaheen will each receive the same Legacy Award this fall -- The New England Council announced documentarian Ken Burns and retiring Senator Jeanne Shaheen will each be honored this fall as a recipient of the group's Legacy Award.7 days ago
Representative Ayanna Pressley talks about why she chose to take part in a documentary about her life -- The congresswoman was speaking at a Roxbury International Film Festival screening of the documentary "She Dared to Dream."9 days ago
Questlove explores another titan of Black music in Earth, Wind & Fire documentary -- His latest film, "Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World)," debuts on HBO on June 7 at 9 p.m. and streams on HBO Max.28 days ago
A faint light in Shakespeare & Company's formulaic 'Fireflies'35 minutes ago
10 GREAT MOVIES SET IN VERY COLD PLACES TO HELP TAKE YOUR MIND OFF THE HEAT WAVE1 day ago
Amid celebrations for America's 250th, some people are breaking up with the country1 day ago
Victor Willis, lead singer of the Village People, dies at 741 day ago
Boston museum displays an original copy of the Declaration of Independence1 hour ago
In Daniel Mason's 'Country People,' newcomers to small-town New England find a fantastical conspiracy17 hours ago
Broadway-bound actress Shannon Cochran on beach vacations, cramped RV trips, and Italy8 hours ago
Why does TD Garden commission custom gifts for performers like Lady Gaga and Cardi B?1 day ago
At the MFA, the past and present converge in a fractious moment7 hours ago
Everything we know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding, from the venue to the dress code21 hours ago
Classical music audiences are shrinking. Can Boston's many ensembles find a way to bring them back?1 day ago
Q&A: Olivia Wilde on her interest in 'investigating the messy, difficult stuff' in 'The Invite'1 day ago
Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular: How to watch and everything you need to know1 day ago
In 'The American Five,' teaming up to change history1 day ago
Penelope Keith, star of classic British sitcom 'The Good Life,' dies at 861 day ago
The ancestors have their eyes on us in Shannon Sanders's 'The Great Wherever'1 day ago
In their latest caper, the Minions have dominion over Hollywood1 day ago
Blake Lively wants $8 million in legal fees from Justin Baldoni after 'It Ends With Us' dispute2 days ago
